A twice-monthly column on volunteerism
AN INTERNATIONAL non-profit organisation with its sights set on society's underprivileged is planning a ground-breaking project for young volunteers.
The Art of Living Society of Hong Kong (AOL) was set up to pursue charitable and community activities aimed at improving the quality of life.
'Principally, we organise a range of programmes for different age groups and special needs groups,' said Sandy Chugani, the head of AOL's Hong Kong offices. 'These might be for individuals suffering from depression, cancer or HIV, or for prisoners.'
According to Mr Chugani, the programmes have been effective in reducing or eliminating stress and improving the overall health and well-being of those who take part.
AOL has also worked under the international social transformation project, the 5H programme in India and developing countries in Africa, and won plaudits from the World Bank.